Gendered Society Chapter 7 Quiz

Questions and Answers

What should you be able to do by the end of chapter 7?

Name ways in which children perform and are treated differently in the classroom, understand media influence on gendered education, describe gendered educational disparity in adolescence, explain gender differences in education in college, understand how schools are a gendered workplace.

How were women traditionally viewed in regards to education?

Women were seen as too weak to be educated and needed to be taught separately from men.

What was the general fear if women were taught with men historically?

Fears of emasculation, including concerns about watering down the subjects and potential homosexuality.

How was early integration of women into college met?

With opposition. Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of how physical spaces and activities in the classroom are gendered?

Sex-segregated areas of play, less active instruction for female students, boys being called on more often, and assumptions about girls' interests. Signup and view all the answers

Why do activities remain segregated from elementary through high school?

Due to institutional rules, children's preferences, and norms that change slowly. Signup and view all the answers

How does the institution create gender differences, inequalities, and identities?

Through curriculum, rules, and activities. Signup and view all the answers

Is the institution gendered?

True Signup and view all the answers

What are the important outcomes of interest with regards to education?

Graduation rates, GPA, and fields of study. Signup and view all the answers

Who teaches our children?

Teachers, counselors, and coaches. Signup and view all the answers

How does what happens outside of school affect school outcomes?

Through after-school activities and concerted cultivation at home. Signup and view all the answers

What have some studies of children's books revealed?

Female characters are underrepresented and in secondary roles, while 'boy-centered' stories vastly outnumber stories with girls. Signup and view all the answers

What themes are often expressed in children's books regarding females?

Marriage, step-mothers and sisters, passivity, emotionality, and domestic life. Signup and view all the answers

What themes are often expressed in children's books regarding males?

Activity and emotionlessness. Signup and view all the answers

How is gender expressed on TV?

Girls' characters often serve as backdrops, and commercials link gender roles to adult roles. Signup and view all the answers

In adolescence, how is there gender divergence for girls?

Emphasis on physical beauty, eating disorders, losing their voice, teenage pregnancies, and sexual harassment. Signup and view all the answers

In adolescence, what issues do boys commonly face?

Being seen by a psychologist, being diagnosed with learning issues, poorer report cards, and school dropouts. Signup and view all the answers

Does the classroom feminize boys?

True Signup and view all the answers

How is college different for boys regarding enrollment?

More women than men are enrolling in college, although many top colleges still have higher male enrollments. Signup and view all the answers

How do boys often experience school?

As 'feminine.' Signup and view all the answers

What are some interpretations of 'that's so gay?'

Lacks masculinity and fear of emasculation. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

General Understanding of the Gendered Classroom

Children are treated differently based on gender, affecting their educational experiences and outcomes.
Media portrays and influences gender roles, impacting educational engagement and expectations.
Gender disparities in education manifest prominently during adolescence and carry into college.

Historical Perspectives on Women's Education

Women historically deemed too weak for education; segregation in teaching was common.
Concerns about coeducation included fears of diluting curriculum and implications for masculinity.

Integration of Women into Education

Early integration of women into higher education faced significant opposition.

Gendered Classroom Dynamics

Classrooms exhibit physical and activity segregation, reinforcing gender norms.
Girls are often encouraged to adopt passive roles, while boys receive more active instruction.

Institutional Gender Segregation

Rules, preferences, and societal norms contribute to sustained gender separation in educational settings.

Educational Institutions and Gender Identity

Schools create gender identities through their curriculums, rules, and activities, leading to gender inequality.

Gendered Experiences in Education

Graduation rates, GPAs, and chosen fields of study reveal disparities during and after schooling.
Teachers, counselors, and coaches play pivotal roles in shaping student experiences.

External Influences on Educational Outcomes

After-school activities and parenting styles, such as concerted cultivation, significantly impact school performance.

Representation in Children's Literature

Research shows female characters are underrepresented and often relegated to secondary roles.
"Boy-centered" narratives dominate, leading to "symbolic annihilation" of female experiences.

Themes in Children’s Literature

Females are typically portrayed in passive, domestic roles while males are shown as active and emotionless.

Gender Representation in Media

Female characters are often background figures; advertising reinforces traditional gender roles.

Adolescent Gender Divergence: Girls

Girls face pressures regarding physical appearance, leading to issues like eating disorders and loss of self-advocacy.
Teenage pregnancies disproportionately affect girls, often causing educational disruptions.
Sexual harassment remains a persistent issue, necessitating accountability for male behavior.

Adolescent Gender Divergence: Boys

Boys face higher rates of psychological evaluation and diagnoses, impacting their academic performance.
Boys show higher rates of school dropouts and poorer academic success compared to girls.

Masculinity in the Classroom

The educational environment may pressure boys to suppress lively behavior, leading to a perception of subjects like English as feminine.

College Participation Trends

Women outnumber men in college enrollment, though top institutions often maintain higher male enrollments.
Discrepancies in gender representation can reflect deeper issues of class and race, particularly for minority males.

Boys' Perception of Education

Boys often view the educational system and its structure as aligning more with feminine traits, influencing their engagement.

Language and Masculinity

Phrases like "that's so gay" are used to indicate a lack of masculinity, perpetuating fear around emasculation.

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Test your knowledge on Chapter 7 of the Gendered Society, focusing on the implications of gender in the classroom setting. Explore how children experience different treatment, the influence of media, and the disparities that arise through various educational stages. This quiz will deepen your understanding of gender education dynamics.